Corporate Lawyer, Senior Associate

Abacus Professional Recruitment Ltd; Belfast; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected legal recruitment firm in Northern Ireland is looking for a Commercial Property specialist, ideally at Senior Associate level. You will lead high-value property transactions and participate in strategic planning to support growth. This role offers future partnership opportunities, making it ideal for professionals aiming to advance their careers.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Commercial Property specialist and potential for senior roles.
• Openness to future Partnership opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support high-value property transactions.
• Participate in the company's strategic planning.

Skills

Commercial Property expertise

Strategic planning

Job description

Overview

Abacus is closely working with a boutique law practice to continue to grow it’s specialist team. The client is a regional firm (outside of Belfast) which is a respected and established name in the NI legal market.

The continued growth of this highly reputable firm is due to the outstanding leadership team. They offer high quality legal services to clients across Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland and GB. Due to their continued growth the team is keen to hire a Commercial Property specialist. You will possibly be at Senior Associate level and open to future Partnership opportunities although this is not critical.

The team offers access to an excellent client base across many sectors including major international brands, HNWIs, SMEs and family-owned businesses. You will lead and support many deals including high value property transactions. You will participate in the company’s strategic planning and help the team grow. The salary level is indicative and is subject to more senior level appointments are subject to a specific business case and reward structure.

Responsibilities

• You will lead and support many deals including high value property transactions.
• You will participate in the company’s strategic planning and help the team grow.

Qualifications/Experience

• Commercial Property specialist experience; potential for Senior Associate level and openness to future Partnership opportunities (not critical).

How to apply

If this role sounds right for you, then send an updated CV through the link or contact Alan Braithwaite for an honest and confidential discussion. Visit AbacusCareers for other opportunities and view the 2025 Salary Guide.

Abacus has been hiring the best legal talent for 20 years, from Partner to Paralegal across Practice & In-House. We have helped shape the careers of 1000s of legal and finance professionals since 2003 and helped 100s relocate back to Northern Ireland.